In today’s competitive world, the workplace is often viewed as a space for ambition, productivity and success, while faith is reserved for Sundays. Yet, God’s design has always been for work and worship to coexist seamlessly. As Christians, how do we integrate our faith into the marketplace without compromising our values or professionalism? Do we conform to the culture of the workplace, or do we carry the light of Christ into our daily responsibilities? This BEC series examines marketplace discipleship and how we can unlock God’s blessings as they reflect His character in our careers and businesses.
God’s design for your work is far greater than just a means to earn a living – it is an integral part of His Kingdom plan. The Hebrew word avoda, first found in Genesis 2:15, reflects God’s original intent for work and worship to flow seamlessly together. Unfortunately, in today’s world, we often compartmentalize these areas, treating work as secular and worship as spiritual, leaving God out of our careers. But what if our work is meant to be an act of worship and a reflection of His glory? This 7-session series explores business ethics, discipleship and blessings in the marketplace. Learn how to break down the silos between work and worship, respond to failures with grace and allow the Holy Spirit to empower you as you bring His presence into your career, making a lasting impact for His glory.
The BEC platform involves business owners and professionals in the marketplace. We face the same issues at work and the same struggles to be Kingdom minded in business. We meet in small groups at the designated locations or online on a monthly basis to discuss each of the above topics.
The small group discussion is not a teaching session, but is designed to promote peer to peer learning with a facilitator to keep the discussion relevant and impactful. Each session is expected to last 1.5 to 2 hours.
It is important that you prepare for each session by spending 20-30mins to read through each set of discussion note. Reflect on the biblical principles discussed and for each case study highlighted ask yourself ‘what would I have done if I were in a similar position?’ Be prepared to share your thoughts on this with your respective groups.
Remember – The case studies are very important. How much you get out of the sessions in the following months depends very much on what you put in in terms of your own preparation and participation.
Discover how GBN’s marketplace discipleship has transformed the lives of professionals and business leaders such as Jen and Jeanette. From finding clarity in calling to becoming a witness for Christ in the workplace, their journeys reveal the power of walking with God in every sphere of life.
Click on the videos below to learn more about each BEC Series and how they’re designed to equip marketplace believers. Each introduction gives a glimpse into the themes, purpose, and impact of the series.
BEC Series I- Aligning Our Christian Worldview For The Marketplace
This series is for workplace professionals and business owners who desire to pursue God in the marketplace. It explores Kingdom principles of management, growth, and productivity as revealed in God’s Word.
BEC Series II- God At Work
This series covers 12 essential topics to inspire the way you work and guide discussion sessions with practical and authentic resources intended to equip you for your unique challenges and opportunities.
BEC Series III- The Successful Kingdom Entrepreneur
This series focuses on your identity and calling as a Kingdom entrepreneur. It begins with understanding who you are in Christ and your unique purpose in the marketplace, then explores your leadership role and what it truly means to be successful from a Kingdom perspective.
BEC Series IV- Foundations For Building A Kingdom Business
This series focuses on 8 topics to help you build a business that seeks to honour God through company culture, values and practices, setting your business apart.
BEC Series V- Biblical Principles For The Marketplace
This series is a practical look at how Christian businesses should be managed, according to the Creator of all management rules: God.
BEC Series VI- Solving Problems God’s Way
This series equips you to tackle challenges in life and business with a 360° Kingdom perspective, understanding God’s purpose behind the problems you face. Learn to partner with Him in spiritual warfare and uncover His solutions from the start, not as a last resort.
BEC Series VII – Marketplace Discipleship
This series invites believers to integrate work and worship, learning to seek God’s presence daily and carry His Kingdom into the marketplace. This 7-session series equips you to trust God for provision, unlock His blessings, and be an agent of transformation in your career or business.
BEC Series VIII – Business Lessons From The Life of Joseph
This series explores how marketplace believers can navigate challenges, delays, and disappointments while discovering purpose and calling. Through Joseph’s journey, this series reveals powerful lessons on stewardship, perseverance, and success in God’s bigger plan.
BEC Series IX – God’s Leaders
This series unpacks biblical leadership through the lives of seven great leaders, showing how influence begins with serving others out of Christ’s purpose for them. This 7-session series equips every believer to lead with godly impact in the workplace and beyond, not by worldly standards, but by Kingdom principles.
BEC Series X – Overcoming Stumbling Blocks in the Marketplace
This series is for those who long for deeper purpose, presence, and transformation in their work. This series helps believers overcome what’s holding them back, so they can partner with God and be shaped into Christlikeness amid marketplace pressures.
